Waterfall Hikes Near Ringgold, GA

3,418 residents
New York Time Zone
31 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Ringgold? There are 31 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Ringgold. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 34.9136°N, -85.1215°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Ringgold

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

27 of 31 gauged

4 of 27 waterfalls near Ringgold are flowing strongly today

Benton Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Deer Lick Falls Moderate Jumpoff Falls Moderate Monteagle Falls Moderate Bullet Creek Falls Moderate Cane Creek Falls Moderate Fall Creek Falls Moderate Piney Creek Falls Moderate De Soto Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Falling Water Falls Barely Flowing Flatrock Falls Barely Flowing Freudenberg Falls Barely Flowing Rockstack Falls Barely Flowing Slider Falls Barely Flowing Foster Falls Moderate Hilliard Falls Roaring Keown Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Roaring Middle Creek Falls Roaring Three Creeks Falls Roaring Little Falls Moderate Little River Falls Barely Flowing Lula Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 85°F

Tue 83°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 85°F Sunny Best
Thu 88°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 88°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 90°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 92°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Ringgold

Updated about 3 hours ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Hilliard Falls Roaring · 2 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Three Creeks Falls Roaring · 6 cfs 93rd percentile
  3. 3 Laurel Falls Roaring · 6 cfs 93rd percentile
  4. 4 Middle Creek Falls Roaring · 6 cfs 93rd percentile
  5. 5 Cane Creek Falls Moderate · 56 cfs 63rd percentile
  6. 6 Fall Creek Falls Moderate · 56 cfs 63rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Ringgold (7 waterfalls)

Easy access waterfalls are drive-up or short-walk friendly. Perfect for families, casual visitors, or anyone who loves waterfalls but is "so-so" about hiking.

Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

43.1 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
Falling Water Falls waterfall

Falling Water Falls

23.4 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.3 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Ringgold (16 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Lula Falls waterfall

Lula Falls

37 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.2 miles 600 ft
Keown Falls waterfall

Keown Falls

33.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
1.8 miles 400 ft

All 31 Waterfalls Near Ringgold

Lula Falls waterfall

Lula Falls

37 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.2 miles 600 ft
Keown Falls waterfall

Keown Falls

33.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
1.8 miles 400 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

43.1 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
Falling Water Falls waterfall

Falling Water Falls

23.4 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.3 miles 100 ft
Slider Falls waterfall

Slider Falls

23.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Flatrock Falls

23.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

Freudenberg Falls

17.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Middle Creek Falls waterfall

Middle Creek Falls

41.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Three Creeks Falls waterfall

Three Creeks Falls

41 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft

Rockstack Falls

18.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

24.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Morphy Falls

34.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Benton Falls waterfall

Benton Falls

18.2 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
3.0 miles 200 ft
Snow Falls waterfall

Snow Falls

35.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

35.8 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
Foster Falls waterfall

Foster Falls

39.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft
De Soto Falls waterfall

De Soto Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hilliard Falls

39.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Ringgold

Are there free waterfalls near Ringgold?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Ringgold, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Ringgold?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Ringgold, including Benton Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Ringgold?

There are 16 dog-friendly waterfalls near Ringgold, including Benton Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Ringgold?

There are 17 kid-friendly waterfalls near Ringgold, including Benton Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Ringgold?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Ringgold, including Foster Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Ringgold?

The shortest waterfall hike near Ringgold is Benton Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Ringgold?

The tallest waterfall near Ringgold is Fall Creek Falls at 256 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Ringgold require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Ringgold requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Ringgold?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Ringgold have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Ringgold?

The closest waterfall to Ringgold is Lula Falls, approximately 11.5 miles away.

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